Residential and supported living in Essex – empowering adults with complex needs
A safe, vibrant, and inclusive place to live, grow, and thrive, designed around independence, care, and community. From 24/7 residential support to flexible supported living, Provide Enablement and Care offers homes that feel like home.
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Support that’s personal
Provide Enablement and Care is a leading provider of supported living and residential care services in Essex, dedicated to creating a safe, empowering, and person-centered environment for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and complex care requirements.
Our highly trained and compassionate colleagues provide 24-hour professional care across our specialist care homes and supported living flats and houses in Braintree, ensuring that every individual receives the individualised support they need to thrive. We prioritise independence, dignity, and safety, integrating assistive technology such as personal alarms, Carecall systems, and Alexa-connected devices to promote and support independence with all aspects of daily living, including meal preparation, setting reminders, and personal care routines.
With round-the-clock support, individuals are never alone, and our dedicated maintenance team ensures that all locations remain comfortable, well-equipped, and secure. Our supported living homes in Essex offer tailored assistance that empowers individuals to engage in employment, volunteering, and lifelong learning, fostering a sense of purpose, inclusion, and community integration.
Provide Community
Provide Enablement and Care is part of Provide Community, operating under a trusted, ethical model, that puts people before profit.
Provide Community is an employee-owned, community interest company, meaning all profits are reinvested into our services and the communities we serve.
We are supported by a team of over 1,200 professionals across the wider organisation and benefit from the infrastructure, expertise, and innovation of a group recognised nationally for excellence in care and wellbeing services.
Why this matters:
- Provide Enablement and Care benefits from CQC Outstanding-rated leadership
- Provide Community has donated over £4.5 million to local causes
- Colleagues have a voice through employee ownership and governance
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Why choose Provide Enablement and Care?
- Trusted provider of supported living and residential care in Essex.
- Part of Provide Community
- 24/7 strength based person-centered support for adults with complex needs.
- Highly trained staff experienced in learning disabilities, autism, and mental health.
- A strong focus on independence, inclusion, and community engagement.
- Modern care homes with advanced assistive technology.
- Opportunities for employment, volunteering, and skills development.
Find quality supported living and residential care near you
If you are looking for strength based person centred support and care for an adult with a learning disability, autism or complex needs in Colchester, Braintree or Chelmsford, contact Provide Enablement and Care today to find out how we can help you or your loved one.
Explore our homes
Regulated, Trusted, and Person-Centred
Our homes are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the independent body responsible for monitoring, inspecting and rating health and social care services in England. You will find links to individual CQC reports for each home on the individual pages under “Our Homes”.
You can also view Fern Lodge’s full CQC report here.
Our people:
Trusted and experienced care providers
Our dedicated, person-centred team is committed to making every individual feel valued and supported. Many of our colleagues have been with us for years, bringing a wealth of experience and continuity to our care. We proudly champion best practices and follow strict safeguarding protocols to ensure safety and wellbeing. Some individuals have called our community home for nearly 20 years, with many transitioning to supported living as they gain more independence.
Our mission, vision and values
Our vision
Empowering lives with compassionate and innovative care
Our mission
To champion high-quality, personalised care that respects and empower the individuality of each client. Our approach is to combine compassionate service delivery with innovative solutions, ensuring that every aspect of care we deliver is tailored to uphold independence and enhance the quality of life for each person we serve.
Our values
Compassion, Innovation, Empowerment, Respect and Care
Success stories and achievements
Life at Provide Enablement and Care:
Your Life, Your Way — With the Right Support
Life at Provide Enablement and Care is centred around each individual’s unique preferences, needs, and goals. Whether living in Fern Lodge or one of our supported living settings, people are empowered to shape their own daily routines and choose activities that matter to them. From arts and crafts to gardening, volunteering or community outings, every resident is encouraged to participate in ways that feel meaningful and fulfilling. We also offer a variety of wider social opportunities and group events to promote connection and engagement, ensuring a rich balance of independence, personal growth, and community life, all underpinned by a personalised, person-centred approach.
Volunteering:
Make a difference in someone’s life
Volunteers play an invaluable role in enriching the lives of our individuals at Enablement and Care. Whether you are looking to share your skills, connect with the community, or simply bring joy to someone’s day, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds who want to make a difference.
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